Split, Croatia.
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Sailing through Croatia's glittering islands is a detoxifying and soul-eating journey where Crystal Azure Waters encounters secluded bays, sturdy limestone mountains, wild national parks and ancient coastal towns. But with over 1,200 islands scattered across the Adriatic Sea, knowing where to start may seem like a challenging feat.
Here we enter Croatia, which we will never forget. Blows drivers flying around the 1,100-mile sparkling Croatian coastline with 36-40 guests.
Why choose Croatia, which you will never forget?
Unforgettable Croatia boasts enviable black books with exclusive VIP experiences and connections with the best restaurants, hotels and private guides in the world. With a highly tailor-made service, your own Croatian expert will begin with a conversation about how you like to travel before designing your journey with an immersive experience, Michelin star meals and a luxurious pre-stay in a hand-shining property.
Where you stay
My wish
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Once you set out on the split, you can join the unforgettable elegant Croatian yacht, my wish: modern and ultra-chic yachts, carrying just 36 guests and easily travelling through the small Croatian ports that are inaccessible to giant cruise ships.
Cabins and Suites
The balcony stateroom installed in my wish
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The balcony stateroom is bright and cozy with an Olympic queen-sized bed facing wraparound panoramic windows, a small wardrobe (with safe), a flat-screen TV, a private balcony with walk-in shower, and a perfect private balcony sipping on the moat and chandong under the stars.
Food and drink
The main restaurant was installed in my wish.
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The main restaurant on board is silver and is extremely modern. Feast your luxurious buffet breakfast (especial things like elaborate fruit platters, delicious French breads and pastries, crispy bacon and juicy sausages, eggs Benedict and pre-cooked omelettes, as well as three-course lunches to three-course lunches of Dalmatian Parte's inchatada nocteada on skact framed from fromchad, heavy New York cheesecake or Uber creamy tiramisu.
That stocked bar serves as a social hub for my wishes. A family-like waiter was the first name and remembers his favorite Tipple.
Entertainment and amenities
The low-war deck installed in my wish.
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The sliding door reveals the deck below, wrapped in a gorgeous cream banquet. Perfect for late-night brandy snifter or fresh morning latte to soak up the Croatian sea breeze. Paddleboards, kayaks, countless snorkels, and two ladders sink into the ocean. It's where you'll take part in a daily swimming stop with champagne that you've travelled straight to while relaxing in the sandy bay.
Swirl the winding stairs and you'll reach the bottom of the sundeck. There you can get hooked on the sun lounger and sink into a bubbly hot tub. Or you'll be in shade under a canopy lounge area where you can read a cozy sofa, exercise bike, or a copy of Treasure Island. Only the brave Sunchaser hang out on the upper sundeck, while only a few rattan sunroungers sat under the fiery heat.
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Ports and Excursions
Split
Split aerial view from stone windows in Dalmatia, Croatia
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After departing for Split, Croatia's second largest city, you'll take a 10-minute walk past Pazaar (the open-air market in Split – selling local cheeses and fresh fruits) to the nearby Michelin-recommended Zoi restaurant on the walls of the Roman Palace, built 1,700 years ago by Emperor Diocletian. Here you will be surrounded by towering pine trees and an outside terrace overlooking the seabed as you graze Amberjack's fish, beef, teenage, tingle and ski steaming baths.
Previously arriving guests will be taking part in an unforgettable Croatian welcome dinner (one of two dinners of my wish).
Trogir
Waterfront view of Trogir, an old tourist destination in Croatia Europe.
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Stop for a swim in a crisp, secluded bay and sail into Trogir, a medieval town surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on a small island between mainland Croatia and the island of Chiovo, dating back to 3 BC. Stroll along the narrow cobblestone streets, often called mini venices, and the charming marina, or visit the 13th century St. Lawrence Cathedral. It boasts St. John's Renaissance Chapel and 140 levels of bell tower boasting a 360-degree view of Trogir along the shining west coastline.
Then jump on the 45-minute coach transfer to KRKA National Park. KRKA National Park is named after the KRKA River, which gently wraps around lush canyons and boasts calm waterfalls, lively rapids, natural pools, lush forests, and wildlife like eagle with over 800 plant species and white tails. Back in Trogir, we dine in the evening at the family-run Dondino restaurant, serving luxurious dishes from tuna tartare to beef carpaccio, marinating striped red mullet.
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hvar
Franciscan monastery on Hvar Island.
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Passing Croatia's famous Golden Horn Beach, you will arrive at Stari alumni on the north coast of Hvar, known as Wine Island for its 2,400-year-old winemaking tradition. Here, you will produce up to 150,000 bottles per year (specialize in Prosek's traditional Dalmatian dessert wines), then sample Croatian possip and grk by swirling in aged oak barrels.
With 13th century walls, marble squares and ornate Gothic palaces, you can travel to the town of Hvar, waltz along the palm-lined promenade, buy a scoop of lavender ice cream, or embark on a seafood east feast at Garif. Overlooking the famous protected harbor of Hvar, dotted with yachts and small fishing boats when they grill Beluga Caviar, fresh oysters and octopus.
Next, follow the steep alleyway to the summit castle of the medieval hills looming above the town to seek stunning views of the bay and the Pacreni Islands.
Pacreni Islands and Vis
Aerial view of Vis Town on Vis Island.
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Skip the Pacreni Islands of the Utopian Islands, on 16 calm islands off the southwest coast of Hvar, you will be able to stop swimming in one of the Crystal Bays before you reach Vis. Today it is characterized by secluded white rich coves, vast wineries (sample Vugava, a charming honey-flavored white wine), clean fishing villages, and old towns set along horseshoe-shaped bays.
Walk along the cobblestone lanes as you pass through ancient Roman settlements or visit the Austrian buildings and the Renaissance Church of St. Jerome (its peaceful gardens and Franciscan abbey). At sunset, you can settle for an intimate dinner in the grape-covered courtyard of Conoba Canton. Drilling into a juicy grilled sea bream, staring at a colorful fishing boat that is cooked on coal and swaying with slow wrapped waves.
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Blue Cave and Cora
Visebo's Blue Cave.
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Paint your eyes on Visebo Island, part of Croatia's Dalmatian archipelago, and ride the world-famous blue cave, the world-famous blue cave, just as you witness the natural phenomenon of the shining cerulian glow that fills all the crevices of this delicate space.
In the afternoon, you will sail to Korcula, the birthplace of Venetian merchant and explorer Marco Polo, protected by towering walls. Visit the Gothic Renaissance Cathedral of St. Mark, sipping Moscow mules at the cocktail bar Massimo (climbing a ladder to the top of the medieval Zeckerjan Tower), roaming along narrow stone alleys in Kortula Old Town, and dine at the Alfresso Michelin star restaurant. Choose the 6-course tasting menu ($310pp with wine pairing) and taste decadent dishes such as Kagoshima Wagyu, Bluefin Muna, and Rubia Gallega Tendelloin.
Mljet National Park, Slano & Ston
Mljet National Park
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Visit Mljet-Mljet National Park, the village of Pomena, Croatia's greenest island, and see two turquoise saltwater lakes, Malojezero and Velikojezero (Big Lake).
Before sailing to the charming fishing village of Sulano, before heading to the gateway to the town of Ston, the fortified town of its oysters famous for its oysters, explore the medieval walls and jump on a ferry boat (Rakiya – Prezal along with Croatian fruit brandy). Go back to my wish and enjoy the Captain's farewell dinner. Enjoyed by octopus salads, black risotto (made with squid ink), sea bass fillets, and local Croatian bands and crew talent shows, you can spend your time early on a tray that carves cocktails.
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Dubrovnik
The old town of Dubrovnik.
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Sailing to the final summoning port, Dubrovnik is often referred to as the Pearl of Adriatic and can be surfed through the bustling Stradan in ancient ramparts, beautiful Baroque architecture (such as the assumption of impressive cathedrals and the palace of the President), and the old town of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On this bustling boulevard you will admire its stunning Onofrio fountain and Franciscan monastery.
Or catch a ferry to Lokrum Island. The 72 hectares of nature reserve are towering pine forests, medieval Benedictine monasteries (established in the 11th century), and botanical gardens with feathery peacocks covered in feathery peacocks. Take a walk along the rocky coastline, swim in the legendary Dead Sea Lagoon, or sit on the original iron throne of Game of Thrones.
Return to Dubrovnik and complete an adventure hopping the island with a royal east feast at 360 Michelin-starred restaurants. Sitting in the medieval walls and St. John's fortress, your sommelier pours a delicious glass of Cozrovic Terran with a smoky mocha finish, so you can opt for a five-course tasting menu ($188 per person) that grazes tasting troughs of tasty scallops, fresh mackerel, and pancake turbots on rich scallops, fresh mackerel and pancake turbots.
How to do that
Unforgettable Croatia offers small boat cruises ranging from $2,495 per person, starting from 7 nights, including breakfast, lunch, private transfers, all excursions, Wi-Fi and more. Flights are not included. For more information, please visit unfergettablecroatia.com
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